Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment

FUEL HOSE/PIPES REPLACEMENT - ENGINE COMPARTMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

NOTE: Do not attempt to repair the engine fuel feed pipe or the engine fuel return pipe. Replace a damaged engine fuel feed pipe or the engine fuel return pipe.

1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
2. Clean all engine fuel pipe connections and areas surrounding the engine fuel pipe connections before disconnecting the engine fuel pipe connections to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.




3. Disconnect the quick-connect fittings in the engine compartment.
4. Remove the upper intake manifold assembly.




5. Disconnect the engine fuel return pipe from the fuel pressure regulator. Discard the O-ring.




6. Disconnect the engine fuel feed pipe from the fuel rail. Discard the O-ring.
7. Cap the fuel pipes as needed to stop any fuel leakage.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Remove the caps from the fuel pipes.
2. Lubricate the new O-ring with clean engine oil.
3. Install the O-ring and the engine fuel return pipe to the fuel pressure regulator.




4. Lubricate the new O-ring with clean engine oil.
5. Install the O-ring and the engine fuel feed pipe to the fuel rail.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the engine fuel pipe fittings to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).




6. Install the upper intake manifold assembly.
7. Connect the quick-connect fittings in the engine compartment.
8. Tighten the fuel filler cap.
1. Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
3. Turn ON the ignition.
4. Inspect for fuel leaks.